Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

The Westchester House•Chesterfield, MO

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). The role must be performed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care appropriately and promptly, and uses therapy software accurately. The assistant collaborates with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team to plan for patient needs, while maintaining patient confidentiality, safety, professional relationships, and a positive customer-service attitude. The position also includes participating in community health matters or projects as appropriate and assisting with patient evacuation.

Requirements

NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and maintained as current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, and laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed OT.
Follow occupational treatment plans under the direction of the supervising OT.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation standards.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and provide excellent customer service with a positive attitude toward patients.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant and use reasoning skills and good judgment.